Ferrets and humans alike are all welcome here!

Welcome

Welcome to the Golden State Ferret Society website! We are a non-profit, all volunteer organization whose members all share one thing in common: We love ferrets! We are committed to educating others about this loving domestic pet, we rescue and re-home ferrets in need, and support legalization efforts. Although ferrets are currently illegal in the state of California, we strongly believe that this can and will change with all of our help.

Since we are made up of all volunteers and often need to pay costly medical expenses for the (usually sick or elderly) ferrets we rescue, we welcome you to donate to our cause. Every little bit helps, and 100% of donations ultimately go to the ferrets.

You don't need to be part of our group, or even own a ferret to enjoy this website. All you need is to love animals or want to learn more about these amazing creatures. They just may steal your heart after browsing this site!

About Us

Since its founding in 1983, the Golden State Ferret Society has been meeting and rallying for ferret and citizen’s rights. Made up entirely of volunteers, the group is committed to educating the public, spreading awareness, and driving change… Read More

Join

Membership to the Golden State Ferret Society comes with many great perks! Access to free or discounted pet food, supplies, and health care​ A network of caring people to provide support and assistance Participation in fun events and… Read More

Merchandise

We love ferrets so much, we even make custom jewelry & decorative items featuring ferrets! We can even make items that have YOUR ferret(s) or other pets in them. Simply send us a picture of your fuzzy and… Read More

Our Mission

The Golden State Ferret Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the health and well-being of the domestic ferret and the people who love them. We provide education, ferret rescue and relocation, legalization information, as well as social activities and support for those interested in these wonderful animals. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and fun culture for our members and guests alike, be they human or fuzzy.

“Not every person knows how to love a ferret, but every ferret knows how to love person.”